Hello first post! I am in the market for a new saw. I have been running a 575xp for years and it is getting pretty beat up. It’s still hanging in there but I want a new one to go with it. Been looking at these two saws wondering what everyone thinks. I like husky’s I just don’t know about the auto tune will it last fifteen years like my other saw.
The Husky has the slight edge in cut speed/power from what I've seen, but the Echo is equally smooth (handle vibration) reports a member here who has tested both.
In terms of weight the Husky has a small edge, but it may not be noticeable. The big ergonomic/usability thing for me is the old fashioned toggle kill switch on the Echo. The Husky uses a "return to start" modern kill switch. I own saws with both and prefer the modern setup.
Heated handles are available on the Husky but not on the Echo.
My choice would likely come down to which dealer I trust more locally and who will support me when I need it. Price difference isn't that big in the real world. My Husky dealer gets $850 for a 572XP.
I own both Echo and Husky saws and I'm an Echo fan, but I think I'd probably go Husky here if all else is equal. They built that 572XP like a tank on the bottom end and reliability reports have been positive. You can get a five year warranty on the Husky as well if you buy a gallon of their fuel at purchase.
